Four children's books to read this Halloween

Set in rural Florida in 1949, Precious
Bones tells the story of precocious,10-year-old,
Bones, who lives with her tall-tale telling father, practical as
cornbread mother, and pet pig, Pearl. Bones' carefree days of
fishing, hunting and exploring the swamp with her best friend,
Little Man, come to halt when their community is shocked by the
news of two murders within two weeks. Worse, Bones' dear dad is one
of the lead suspects, leading her to set off on a campaign to prove
his innocence. Packed with suspense, this coming-of-age tale
is a historical mystery novel recommended for ages 8-12.